Doqoneey dabkaa baa!
DEnglish Translation
Foolish one, beware of fire!
Context & Meaning
A mock warning — fools rush into danger unaware
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Duruuf adag, damiir adag bay tustaa
Hard times reveal a strong conscience
Hard times reveal a strong conscience
Doofaarka ficil la'aantaa baa loo cadaabaa
The pig is punished for doing nothing
The pig is punished for doing nothing
Dib-u-gurasho, dib bay kuu dhigtaa
Retreat delays you
Retreat delays you
Duur ooman, geel kuma nagaado
No camel rests in a dry wilderness
No camel rests in a dry wilderness
Dheerow, ii gaabow yaa jaree? Dhuubow, ma jaro
Tall one, shorten for me; thin one, you can't cut ...
Tall one, shorten for me; thin one, you can't cut ...
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About Somali Proverbs
Somali proverbs (Maahmaah Soomaali) are an integral part of Somali culture, passed down through generations. They reflect the wisdom, values, and experiences of the Somali people, often relating to pastoral life, community, and traditional values.